My own understanding of the book is set forth in a very summary manner in the last chapter of my book from age to age a chapter that is not intended to be read until all of the other chapters have been completed. Epub format suitable for reading on mobile book readers such as the nook. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by. Purchase a testimony of jesus christ as part of a collection of six commentaries on the book of revelation for logos bible software. Tom constables expository notes on revelation this is also available in the net. It fittingly has the last place ending the scriptures and gods revelation to man. The first chapter of revelation is so profound it supports many of the foundational truths of christian theology in just the first ten verses. Literal commentary and study guide on the book of revelation. After the exordium, and the seven epistles to the seven churches of asia minor, to whose angels or bishops the book seems to be dedicated, revelation 1. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some of the mysteries of revelation. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5.
Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. A glorious vision or appearance of the lord jesus christ to the apostle john, when he delivered to him this revelation v. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. If youre befuddled by the book of revelation in the bible, dont fret. That the god of our lord jesus christ, the father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. Mentions his exile to patmos, and the appearance of the lord jesus to him, revelation 1. A list of the best commentaries on revelation ranked by. Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. In light of this, i believe the church is caught up to be with the lord prior to the period of seven years tribulation, and that the first event of that age is the worldwide preaching of the gospel, symbolized by the. The holy scriptures start with a revelation on the past genesis 1 and they end with a revelation on the future. Preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. The revelation is the only prophetic book of the nt and it is the keystone of the word of god. Christ had already taught his disciples and daniel that revelation commentary. People who come to the text with a different theological commitment have an excellent resource.
The lens is focused on the person of jesus christ, and his destiny is imminent. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 4. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel. Aug, 2012 a good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author.
Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. A good commentary will help unpack these metaphors, a bad one will twist the metaphor around and make it something unintended by the author. This commentary has been through advanced checking. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. Beales familiarity with the original language, his grasp of the culture of the day, his command of the ot references and allusions, and his deft handling of the text itself all make this commentary an absolute. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. This commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of. This is particularly so with the book of revelation or prophecy in general.
The revelation is a very solemn book speaking much about divine judgments but it is also a. It is only when we start to overallegorize it or to force its interpretation according to our preconceived ideas or doctrines about the end. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. This monumental commentary on the book of revelation, originally published in 1999, has been highly acclaimed by scholars, pastors, students, and others seriously interested in interpreting the apocalypse for the benefit of the church. For example, an anonymous scottish commentary of 1871 prefaces revelation 4 with the little apocalypse of mark, places malachi 4. Book of revelation explained a testimony of jesus christ. A commentary on the book of the revelation edgar cayce readings 1971, 19932015 by the edgar cayce foundation 5 the book of the revelation with the edgar cayce readings as given for each chapter chapters 122, with interpretation 91 toward a better understanding of the book of the revelation, a group project. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Beale this is likely the single most exhaustive commentary on the revelation available today, an amillennial treasure just waiting to be explored. Its meaning is positive, not fearful or terrifying to those who serve god. My fundamental reservation about the book has to do with beales modified idealist approach. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice.
It is meant to be understood by his people, with a blessing promised to those who read, hear and keep the things revealed in these prophecies. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation is the only book of the bible with a promise to the reader. Revelation is a lens that puts the entire bible into focus. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Revelation then begins to chronicle the events that will occur, beginning with the breaking of the seven seals. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave to him, and showed unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass, and signified it. Afterwards, you will agree with me that revelation is the easiest book in the bible to understand. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Tyndale house, 1983 note that this is not leon morris who is categorized below click for a notes cyril barber the ministers library treating the apocalypse chapterbychapter, morris provides his readers with numerous sidelights on the text not found. It is also one of the more concise commentaries on this book. The book of revelation the new international greek. Take a look at the basic structure of the book of revelation. Its title is derived from the first word of the koine greek text.
The prophetic book of the new testament david malick. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. Blessed are they who read and hear the words of this prophecy, and keep the things which are written. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an.
Book of revelation for dummies cheat sheet dummies. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation. Some general comments about the book of revelation and its uniqueness. Revelation commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. About the bible only revelation commentary the author is a firm believer in the wordforword inspiration and all sufficiency of the bible.
An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step. During the early 1800s the power of the ottoman empire was waning, a spiritual revival known as the great. Beales familiarity with the original language, his grasp of the culture of the day, his command of the ot references and allusions, and his deft handling of the. The book of revelation new international commentary on the new testament by robert h. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it. People of similar theological perspective as osborne i. Yet, as with fees other commentaries and unlike many commentaries, this commentary is an enjoyable read.
The seals represent conditions that must first occur before god brings his final judgment upon the world. Too often revelation is viewed as a book only about the future. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. The book of revelation often called the revelation to john, apocalypse of john, the revelation from jesus christ from its opening words, the apocalypse, the revelation, or simply revelation is the final book of the new testament, and consequently is also the final book of the christian bible.
Presuppositions are a major factor for selecting a commentary on revelation. According to this approach, much of the book deals with the apostasy of the roman catholic church, followed by the reformation and the restoration. An introduction to the book of revelation an argument of the book of revelation part 1. Hinds who wrote the gospel advocate commentary on revelation held this view. Blessed are they who read and hear the words of this prophecy, and keep the things which are w.
In the book of revelation, the church as a unit is viewed first, followed by historical events concerning the rest of the world. The vision which opens the book and the verse that organizes it. Commentary on the book of revelation or, a disclosure from jesus christ about what must shortly come to pass by tom stewart chapters 119 only in progress question. So, stop reading this commentary right now and go read revelation for yourself. While many associate the word apocalypse with great disaster, the book of revelation begins and ends by saying that those who read, understand, and apply its message would be happy for doing so.
Revelation commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Of whom he gives a most glorious description, revelation 1. The beginning of the book promises blessing to him that reads and hears and keeps, that he who takes pains about the reading. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. Cyril barber the ministers library a clear, easy toread, understandable exposition of the book of revelation. Revelation commentary introduction to revelation revelation chapter 1 revelation chapters 23 revelation chapter 4 revelation chapter 5 revelation chapter 6. If one assumes that the book is about the future return of jesus, then the imagery in the book takes on a prophetic value. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Revelation baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. God gave it to him to show his servants the things that must happen soon.
I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. Johns address to the seven churches of asia, whose high calling he particularly mentions. Keener, asbury theological seminary a standard reference commentary on the book of revelation. Beales commentary is the place to turn for insight on the many old testament allusions and echoes in the book of revelation. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god. The book of revelation the new international greek testament.
Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it. The letters to the seven churches in revelation actually begin where the book of acts leaves off. The introduction and prologue to the book of revelation. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. The apostolic benediction pronounced on all those who shall pay a due regard to the contents of this book v. A scientific and devotional commentary on the book of revelation.